Last night the Pens met the Flyers for the first of many great hockey games to come. It's too bad Philly plays like dirtballs when they are losing because the game was high scoring and action packed for three full periods.

The Pens looked great right from the first puck drop. Crosby won 88% of face offs, they were connecting passes on every line, and Fedotenko put the pressure on in front of the Flyers net that led to them scoring on their own goal. The only problem the Pens had throughout the evening, again, was penalties.

The real story happened with a second left in the third period when Mike Richards intentionally ran into Fleury and laid on the ice in the fetal position inside the net thus causing another close quarters meeting between both teams. Scotty Hartnell can't refuse a fight so he and Kris Letang were going at it for a bit and Letang ended up on the ground without a glove on. Hartnell saw and opportunity and took a nomp out of Letangs ring finger. I have a feeling he was just jealous after he saw how pretty the Pens new jewelry was and wanted to get a piece for himself.

Since launching 10/1, 105.9 HD2 has been live and streaming Pens content all day everyday. So far the station is greatly surpassing my expectations.

Prior to going up, one could have easily imagined that this was just going to be an advertising centric channel with useless information to lure listeners in. As an avid listener of sports talk radio, I have to admit that I didn't think it would be all that great. To my surprise, the content is pretty good. As a fan, you are always eager to listen and learn news, stories, information and insight into your team. I should have known the Pens wouldn't disappoint.

One of the neat programs that run is the "Daily Player's Playlist". From 9 - 9:30 am you can hear some of the players favorite songs. I would like to hear a fan request segment similar to our Pens related playlist where all of you guys helped us compile the list of songs that remind us of games and the team.

Another surprise was Steve Mears. He does a solid job. Alongside Tom Grimm the two are entertaining and insightful. I think what makes it most interesting is listening to a fan who actually has broadcasting experience. Mears isn't just another one of us fans who knows a little about the team. He has the ability to captivate and hold your attention, which is good for an attention deprived individual such as myself.

Pens HD radio is another great example of why the organization has such a solid fan base. Just as the success of PensTV proved, the club is willing to bring in the people to get the job done. All of the folks that work with these programs, be it radio, tv and webisodes or site content are able to relate to fans. We want the inside scoop and they know how to deliver in creative and useful ways.

Definitley check out the station if you haven't yet given it a listen. Launch Penguins HD Radio

Awesome new Great Day for Hockey video recapping the Stanley Cup Champions!!!

After the Pens claimed the Stanley Cup, Southside erupts for some of the wild antics you might expect. Although tamer than the Steelers celebration, Friday night proved to be a night we'll never forget...some of us at least.

Thanks to hyperboymedia for braving the crowds!

Pretty nice highlight video of some of the Pens moments in the 2009 Stanley Cup Playoffs.